Feeding Muscatine is dedicated to connecting our community with food resources and information. This site is still growing as programs and partnerships develop.
Every child deserves a full plate When School Meals Stop, Hunger Doesn't During the school year, many Muscatine County kids rely on school breakfast and lunch to get enough to eat. When summer arrives, those meals disappear—and for families already stretched thin,...
Hidden hunger in our community It Doesn't Look Like You'd Expect Food insecurity doesn't announce itself. There's no obvious sign. The person sitting next to you at work, the family at the grocery store carefully calculating every item, the neighbor who always...
Breaking down the data behind local food insecurity The Current Picture 5,310 people in Muscatine County don't have reliable access to enough food. That's 12.4% of our neighbors—roughly one in eight people. This data comes from Feeding America's 2023 Map the Meal Gap...
Chelsea Harms, owner of Cheers & Graze with Charm, is trading her signature grazing boards for something bigger this afternoon—feeding Muscatine's kids. From 3 to 6 PM today (November 3), Harms and a team of volunteers will distribute 800+ free sack meals at Zion...
Here's the short version: When you donate $20 to River Bend Food Bank, they can buy enough food for 100 meals. If you spend that same $20 at the grocery store and donate the food, you're providing a couple of meals. Your money goes further when the food bank does the...
In 2023, 5,310 people in Muscatine County couldn't afford enough food—a 63% increase from two years earlier. That's 1 in 8 neighbors. The numbers explain part of why: groceries cost more, wages haven't kept up, and an average meal runs $3.47 here. For families facing...
Starting January 1, 2026, Iowa SNAP recipients can only buy foods that aren't subject to Iowa sales tax. This means soda, candy, and some other items will no longer be covered by SNAP benefits. Here's what you need to know and how to prepare. What's the change? The...
Need food for yourself or your family? You’re not alone—and help is nearby. Feeding Muscatine connects you with local food pantries, community meal sites, and mobile distributions across Muscatine County. Whether you need groceries for the week or a warm meal tonight, you can find trusted local partners ready to help.
Every box packed, every meal served, every smile shared—volunteers make it happen. From sorting food to helping at mobile pantries or community dinners, there’s a place for everyone to lend a hand. Sign up to join Muscatine neighbors working together to keep tables full and spirits lifted.
Your support keeps local food pantries stocked and families nourished. See how you can give—every contribution makes a difference.
By donating through River Bend Food Bank, you'll take advantage of the Governor's matching program. JUST BE SURE TO PUT FOR MUSCATINE IN THE COMMENTS!